His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has enacted a new law regarding corporate tax for both extractive and non-extractive natural resource companies operating in the Emirate of Sharjah. This law aims to establish clear tax obligations for companies involved in these sectors. Under this...
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree that approves the general organisational structure of the Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW). This new structure aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the department and streamline its functions. The Decree specifies...
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced a new financial assistance programme aimed at supporting families in need. This initiative is designed to help families improve their quality of life, with a target monthly income set at AED 17,500. The financial aid program is...
Alef Group, a prominent real estate developer in Sharjah, made waves at the ACRES 2025 Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition by signing 1,006 sales and purchase agreements worth AED 1.37 billion. The four-day event, held at the Sharjah Expo Centre, highlighted the growing demand for Alef Group’s community-focused developments. The company introduced its latest project, Al...
During 13th International Pharmacy and Medicine Conference (ICPM 2025), Sharjah has announced the establishment of three new pharmaceutical factories, which will collectively require an investment exceeding $84 million (AED308.7 million). These agreements were signed during the conference, held at the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park. The new facilities will complement an existing pharmaceutical plant...
Expo Centre Sharjah is preparing to launch the sixth edition of the Jewels of Emirates Show, which will take place from January 29 to February 2, 2025. This prestigious event is organized by the Centre with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI). It will feature participation from over 160 exhibitors, including...
Sharjah’s free zones achieved significant milestones in 2024, solidifying the emirate’s position as a leading destination for businesses both locally and internationally. The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority (SAIF Zone) welcomed more than 1,600 companies from various countries, including the United States, Africa, India, Japan, the United...
Sharjah is set to launch a new rental index aimed at increasing transparency in the emirate’s real estate market, which is expected to foster greater confidence among investors. The rental index will be accompanied by a map of Sharjah, allowing residents to view rental prices in their respective neighborhoods. This initiative is part of the...
In Sharjah, a new premium service offers driving lessons in luxury cars, facilitated by the local police and a driving institute. This initiative aims to enhance the driving experience for learners while promoting road safety. The service presents four different luxury car options for students to choose from, ensuring a unique learning environment. The luxury...
Sharjah is gearing up for its biggest real estate event yet, as the ACRES 2025 exhibition prepares to welcome over 110 exhibitors. Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) in collaboration with the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (SRERD), the event will run from January 22 to 25 at Expo Centre Sharjah....